Clubs & Organizations

The Illinois Organization for Associate Degree Nursing (IOADN) Alpha Delta Nu Nursing Honor Society aims to recognize the academic excellence of nursing students. The society encourages the pursuit of advanced degrees in nursing and education as a life-long professional responsibility. Additionally, the society participates in recruiting qualified individuals into the nursing profession. ADN students must meet GPA requirements.

Kishwaukee College sponsors various teams in its intercollegiate athletic program. Men’s teams include baseball, basketball, bowling, cross county, Esports, golf and soccer. Women's teams include basketball, bowling, cross country, Esports, golf, soccer, softball and volleyball. Kishwaukee's teams compete in the Arrowhead Athletic Conference.

Kishwaukee is a member of the National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA) and the NJCAA's Region 4. Regional winners can advance to district and national competitions. Students interested in participating in intercollegiate athletics should contact the Athletic Department.

For more information, visit the Athletics website.

Phi Theta Kappa is the international honor society of two-year colleges. It was founded in 1918 to recognize and foster scholarship, leadership, fellowship and service activities. Eligibility requirements include completing at least 12 semester hours at the 100/200 level, a grade-point average of at least 3.5 in those courses, and current enrollment in at least three semester hours in 100/200 level courses.

This national organization is based on building leaders by helping students discover and achieve their goals through leadership speakers, fundraising, success-networking teams and community service events.

SkillsUSA is a national organization serving high school students, college students, and professional members enrolled in training programs in technical, skilled, health and service occupations. The organization emphasizes total quality at work, high ethical standards, superior work skills, life-long education and pride in the dignity of work. SkillsUSA also promotes understanding of the free enterprise system and involvement in community service activities.

SNO promotes nursing as a career and provides a channel for nursing students to communication with College administration, faculty, staff and other students organizations on campus. The club helps render volunteer services to the surrounding community and plans various SNO social activities for the benefit of the student nurses.

The Art Gallery Club is an inclusive and collaborative community of creative students interested in celebrating visual art and sharing the arts with the broader public through exhibitions, events and activities. Students can exhibit art, install and plan exhibitions, curate, write about art, design, market and plan events.

The Art Gallery Club is open to all Kish students.

The Black Student Union (BSU) provides advocacy and support for the academic, cultural and social development of Black students. BSU hosts programs and events to raise awareness of issues and celebrate the accomplishments of members of the Black community.

The Black Student Union is open to all Kish students.

The Business Club helps students better understand the problems and possibilities of the business world. The club serves the community so students can prepare for their responsibilities as future business leaders and professionals.

The Business Club is open to all Kish students.

This club educates students studying criminal justice.

The Criminal Justice Club is open to all Kish students.

Cru is a campus ministry group focused on connecting students who wish to discuss topics on God/Jesus. 

Cru is open to all Kish students.

Educators Rising helps Kishwaukee College students who are pursuing teaching as a career in elementary, special and secondary education. The club helps future educators understand the role of schools in our society, provides information on career opportunities, and assists in developing the qualities, attitudes and experiences of successful teaching.

Educators Rising is open to all Kish students.

Network with other students on campus as you compete in friendly competitions in Smash Bros., Madden, NBA2K and other video games with this fun and casual group.

The Egaming Club is open to all Kish students.

The Student American Institute of Floral Designers (SAIFD) Floral Club maintains and advances professional floral design and decoration standards. The group works to uphold a code of ethics of mutual benefit in professional and trade relations, promote educational programs to advance floral design and decoration, and support the high standards of design and quality of materials and products.

The Floral Club SAIFD is open to all Kish students.

The Gender and Sexuality Alliance (GSA) fosters an active and diverse culture at Kishwaukee College and our community. Participation in GSA is free from discrimination of any kind. GSA provides opportunities for students to build friendships and encourage open-mindedness and diversity within the College community of lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, questioning people and allies.

The Gender and Sexuality Alliance (GSA) is open to all Kish students.

The Green Team helps the environment, including the animals that live here. We encourage people to live more sustainably and promote ideas and discussions to make the world better with an environmentally friendly future.

The Green Team is open to all Kish students.

The Kougars Cheer and Dance supports the intercollegiate sports at Kishwaukee College and other competitive events.

Kougars Cheer and Dance is open to all Kish students.

Latinas, Latinos and those interested in Latino/Hispanic cultures formed this organization to support members and the Latino/Hispanic community. Initiatives include involvement in campus-wide activities, cultural events, and promotion of the various Latino/Hispanic cultures.

Latinos Unidos is open to all Kish students.

The Kishwaukee College Performing Arts Club is an inclusive club that welcomes students of all skill levels and training interested in any aspect of performance art. The club helps students build their self-confidence, creativity and self-expression while providing outlets to develop and share their performing arts talents. It is a safe space where students can experiment with new art forms, ideas and approaches in a supportive environment. The club also works to improve the College culture by providing on-campus events and entertainment in the arts.

The Performing Arts Club is open to all Kish students.

The Kishwaukee Student Government Association (SGA) is the official student representative group within Kishwaukee College. Its committees are responsible for addressing the concerns of students, providing programs and services, chartering campus clubs and organizations, and assisting these groups in achieving their goals. The SGA provides a communication channel between students, faculty and administration by serving as representatives on various administrative committees. In addition, SGA presides over monthly Club Council meetings on campus.

Students interested in joining the Student Government Association or its committees should contact the SGA office and review the form below.

Student Government Application

The Student Government Association is open to all Kish students.

Join the Tabletop Gaming Club to play classic board games and discover new tabletop games with this fun and casual group.

The Tabletop Gaming Club is open to all Kish students.

The Women's Student Union is a society passionate on women's issues that focuses on leadership development through mindfulness, selflessness and compassion.

The Women's Student Union is open to all Kish students.